Napoli’s dreams of progressing in the Champions League were shattered with a 3-1 loss to Barcelona, leading to their exit from the competition.
Despite a promising start from Napoli, Barcelona seized the lead with Fermin Lopez's precise 12-yard shot.
Napoli exit the Champions League in 3-1 loss to Barcelona – Getty image[/figure]Joao Cancelo extended Barcelona's lead as Napoli struggled to counter effectively.
While Amir Rrahmani pulled one back for Napoli, their chance to equalize was thwarted by Marc-Andre ter Stegen's exceptional save against Giovanni Di Lorenzo's header.
Despite continued efforts from Napoli, including close attempts from Kvicha Kvaratskhelia and Matteo Politano, Barcelona secured the win with Robert Lewandowski's late goal.
Despite late pushes from Napoli, including a shot hitting the crossbar from Mathias Olivera, they couldn't find the net again.